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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| route and fare | 4/11/2011 | Marc W |
| Q: I'm surprising my daughter. I land at JFK Friday between 5-6pm, and need to get to So. Kent, CT ... A: By public transportation, it will take at least 3.5 hours. You will need to: - take AirTrain ($7.25 ... | ||
| street grid | 2/24/2011 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: why are 14, 23, 24, 42 etc streets wider, instead of, say 10th, 20th, 30th, 40th, etc... A: Sam, The original layout of the streets of Manhattan above Houston Street was devised by the ... | ||
| travel | 2/3/2011 | Marc W |
| Q: I will be traveling from the city to Delaware beaches, needing public modes. Do you know where I ... A: The ferry to Lewes, DE leaves from Cape May, NJ. See http://www.capemaytimes.com/travel/buses.htm ... | ||
| NYC Buildings | 8/1/2010 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: Which buildings in NYC use solar panels? A: Alice, Great question. If there is a person who can give you an up-to-date list of all the ... | ||
| New York State visit | 7/23/2010 | Sandy |
| Q: We plan a driving trip through upstate NY. Plan to fly into Buffalo and work our way east. No NYC. ... A: I'm so sorry that it took me so long to get back to you!! Looking over your itinerary, everything ... | ||
| How many public phone boxes in the USA | 6/23/2010 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: I'm working on a project and it is important for me to approximate how many items I will require. ... A: Dave, Some full-size outdoor phone booths are still around in Manhattan. There are 2 or 3 and 2 of ... | ||
| New York State visit | 4/17/2010 | Sandy |
| Q: We plan a driving trip through upstate NY. Plan to fly into Buffalo and work our way east. No NYC. ... A: Well, you sound just like us LOL. My husband and I are 'active travelers'. We like to relax, but in ... | ||
| New York State visit | 4/16/2010 | Sandy |
| Q: We plan a driving trip through upstate NY. Plan to fly into Buffalo and work our way east. No NYC. ... A: You've made a good choice with a road trip through upstate NY. I have lived here my entire life, and ... | ||
| George Washington or Tappan Zee Bridge | 1/22/2010 | Marc W |
| Q: I'll be driving from Boston MA to Naples FL in a few days. The Mapquest, Garmin directions, etc. all ... A: Yes, I've done a similar drive and the Tappan Zee is a better route. Not only will you avoid the ... | ||
| History of the name of Moore Street in NYC | 11/15/2009 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: Could you tell me for whom Moore Street in New York City was named? A: Moore Street Before landfill changed the shape of Manhattan, Moore Street was the location where ... | ||
| Perry Street NYC | 9/15/2009 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: What is the origin of the name Perry Street. in West Village, New York City? A: Cindy, It was named for Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, who commanded the U.S. fleet in the Battle ... | ||
| Statue of Liberty on Manhattan Street Sign? | 8/26/2009 | Tom Bernardin |
| Q: Would you happen to know when the statue of liberty first appeared on manhattan street signs? Did it ... A: What an interesting question. Alas, I have no idea. One possible way to find out the answer would ... | ||
| Vacation spots | 8/3/2009 | Sandy |
| Q: This is kind of a general question, but I'm looking for a 2-3 day trip in central NY that both my ... A: I'm really glad that you've decided to stay in the Ithaca area...I know you'll have a blast! It may ... | ||
| Vacation spots | 7/28/2009 | Sandy |
| Q: This is kind of a general question, but I'm looking for a 2-3 day trip in central NY that both my ... A: So glad that you are interested in the Finger Lakes area! It's one of my favorite areas in New York ... | ||
| Vacation spots | 7/27/2009 | Sandy |
| Q: This is kind of a general question, but I'm looking for a 2-3 day trip in central NY that both my ... A: I'm not sure where you live, but two main ideas come to mind. The first is the Finger Lake region of ... | ||
| Manhattan Street Names Ending in Place | 7/15/2009 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: How many Manhattan street names end with the word "place" (eg st mark's place)? If very few can you ... A: Ethan, My guess is about 40 and here we go: Battery Ericsson Exchange Florence Park Trimble ... | ||
| The Big Apple | 5/24/2009 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: My partner and I are travelling to New York from the 2nd to 7th July of this year and we really ... A: Megan, You asked a bunch of questions and here are my answers: 1) You can purchase tickets at the ... | ||
| Egg creams | 5/1/2009 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: Not sure if this is in your area of expertise, but there seems to be some discrepancy in how to make ... A: New York's (Brooklyn's) Famous Egg Cream 1 cup milk Sparkling seltzer water About 2 tablespoons ... | ||
| West and Greenwich Village | 4/20/2009 | Marc W |
| Q: i was just wondering is Greenwich Village and West village the same or are they different, whats the ... A: Yes, when New Yorkers typically talk about 'Greenwich Village' or simply 'the Village', they are ... | ||
| NEW YORK CITY TRIP | 4/18/2009 | Hailey Andrews |
| Q: I just had a quick question for you and hopefully you can answer it or at least contribute to it. I ... A: Ryan, I really don't know too many places that fit what you want, but trying to find a way to get a ... | ||
| General Life in the city | 4/10/2009 | Marc W |
| Q: I'm in the process of editing a book I recently wrote that takes place in a city. However, I've ... A: 1. While most people think of just Manhattan when they hear New York City, it also includes the ... | ||
| Airsoft and paintballs | 3/22/2009 | Marc W |
| Q: I like to practice martial arts and have been wanting to practice defending and disarming firearms ... A: In regards to the legality of airsoft guns, I would suggest contact the NYPD's License Division at ... | ||
| Columbia Oval | 2/24/2009 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: The first ever American Marathon (1896) ended at a stadium called the Columbia Oval, often described ... A: Hugh, I found two articles on the web which explain where it was and that it was auctioned off and ... | ||
| New York Naive | 2/21/2009 | Hailey Andrews |
| Q: I'm going to be travelling from Brisbane, Australia over to NY in July of next year. I was hoping if ... A: Megan, There are so many different sets of fireworks going on all through NYC, but it depends on ... | ||
| manhole covers | 2/10/2009 | Marc W |
| Q: How many manhole covers are in the streets of the 5 boros of New York. What is the authoritative ... A: Cannot give you an exact total but here are some numbers: from "Anatomy of a City" by Kate Ascher: ... | ||
| Horse Racing in NYC/Staten Island | 1/13/2009 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: is there a lot of horse racing or betting in NYC? Not that I'm interested in that stuff; it's ... A: William, The NYRA (NY Racing Association) would have specific answers to all of your racing ... | ||
| Bronx Street | 1/3/2009 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: John, I would appreciate your help if possible please. In October 1901 my great uncle came from UK ... A: Sue, This may require searching many old maps. The Bronx Borough Historian should help with this ... | ||
| Trip to Upstate New York | 12/15/2008 | Sandy |
| Q: Im trying to plan a week-long trip next summer to upstate new york. I live in the washington dc ... A: Lake George and Lake Placid would be a really nice choice. I have not been to Maine, but from what I ... | ||
| Trip to Upstate New York | 12/15/2008 | Sandy |
| Q: Im trying to plan a week-long trip next summer to upstate new york. I live in the washington dc ... A: ..what a great question! It's ironic that you sent me this question and you are from DC - my husband ... | ||
| Lighthouse | 12/2/2008 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: On the highway that goes past the new & old Yankee Stadiums, there is a brown building on a corner ... A: Marie, Here's the detailed story: In 1885, Halsey William Wilson was an enterprising young man ... | ||
| Cheapest /fastest way to get to JFK to Stamford, CT | 10/16/2008 | Marc W |
| Q: This is the first time I am traveling to NYC and my plane reaches JFK at midnight, 24th Oct 2008. ... A: See my previous posts, but basically you have to take a bus to Grand Central Terminal (in Manhattan) ... | ||
| transportation | 10/10/2008 | Marc W |
| Q: My son will be going to JFK and he needs to know if there is any public transportation available ... A: Around $30 total... Metro-North Railroad to Grand Central $16.50 (rush hour) or $12.50 ... | ||
| Staten Island | 10/9/2008 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: I know this may be a bit out of your field, but i'm trying to identify the setting for the "Grounded ... A: William: Originally known as "Factoryville," Islanders now commonly refer to the area as West ... | ||
| NYC Warehouses | 9/13/2008 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: I'm a writer in the midst of creating a short story that will be based in New York City. I don't ... A: William, Yes, there are deserted warehouses! I will give you the perfect location. It is the "Long ... | ||
| Living in NYC | 8/19/2008 | Marc W |
| Q: Making around $40,000 per year, could one live comfortably in New York? A: It's definitley doable although what passes for comfortably in NYC is different than the rest of the ... | ||
| Street names | 8/8/2008 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: What are all of the street names in New York City? A: Shayla, There are too many names to list here. Starting with Manhattan, I suggest that you get a ... | ||
| travelling to Yankee Stadium | 8/8/2008 | Marc W |
| Q: Could you give me your opinion on the easiest and safest way to get from Penn Station to Yankee ... A: Going by subway will be cheaper (a taxi will run you to close to $20 with tip each way) and probably ... | ||
| Famous Blues Guitarists | 7/30/2008 | John V. Barbieri |
| Q: Have there been any famous bluse guitarists from New York State? A: Adam: That is a very interesting question. I am a NYC trivia expert, but would like to try to help ... | ||
| Transportation from JFK to Stamford, CT | 7/25/2008 | Marc W |
| Q: I will be landing at JFK early in the morning on monday and I need to go to Stamford, CT and have to ... A: http://en.allexperts.com/q/New-York-112/transportation-1.htm It will cost you $21 (or $24 if ... | ||
| Summer Housing in Manhattan | 4/22/2008 | Marc W |
| Q: My son will be doing a summer internship with J.P. Morgan in Manhattan and is having a hard time ... A: While paying a first month's rent and a security deposit are standard practice, I personally would ... | ||
John V. Barbieri
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Expertise
I am a New York City trivia buff. I have written "Mr. New York`s Trivia Quiz", a 600-page fun book which offers hundreds of multiple choice questions and answers. Each of the 38 chapters cover a different aspect of NYC. The topics include: places, people, history, sports, buildings, theatre, fun facts & more.
Experience
I was born and raised in NYC. My website is www.mrnewyorktrivia.com
Organizations
N.Y. Trial Lawyer's Association
Publications
In New York magazine.
Education/Credentials
St. John's Law School, New York
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